Pomerleau

Senior Estimator - Team Lead

Pomerleau$132K — $170K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7 years of experience in estimating within the ICI construction sector.
  • University Degree or College Diploma in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven ability in project coordination and team collaboration.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Passionate about building and maintaining relationships.
  • Proficient in estimation software and eager to embrace innovation.
  • Familiar with the Vancouver market dynamics.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the full-cycle bid process effectively.
  • Research and assess project-specific costs including labor, equipment, and materials.
  • Interpret technical specifications accurately for bid preparation.
  • Conduct comprehensive quantity take-offs for contract specifications.
  • Prioritize client pricing requirements to ensure project feasibility.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with trade partners, consultants, and clients.
  • Encourage creative solutions and innovative approaches in bidding.

Benefits

  • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching.
  • Hybrid work model for corporate roles.
  • Employee stock ownership program.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Transit pass reimbursement for commuting costs.
  • Minimum of 4 weeks vacation from day one.
Full Job Description
General Information

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Job Location

  • Vancouver, BC


Date Published

12-May-2026

Department

Methods & Preconstruction

Min Compensation

132 000

Max Compensation

170 000

Compensation Frequency

Annual

Employment Type

Permanent

Working Arrangement

On-Site

Role Type

Full-Time

Job Description

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Estimation is an art that drives opportunity and growth at the forefront of the construction process. In this leadership role, you will own and lead the bid strategy, guiding teams to deliver competitive, high quality submissions that set us apart. Leveraging your proven expertise in tender preparation, you will direct the end to end bid process, from early concept and strategy through final submission, while proactively managing risk, value, and opportunity.
Driven by excellence and a winning mindset, you will thrive in a fast paced, high impact environment filled with complex and rewarding challenges. As a trusted leader, you will apply sharp commercial judgment, strong trade relationships, and deep market insight to shape winning bids, mentor team members, and challenge industry norms.
This role is central to our growth ambitions, focused on identifying opportunities, strengthening our estimating capability, and continuously elevating how we pursue work. You will influence how estimating is done today while shaping how it will be done tomorrow. As a key member of our leadership team, you will help rethink construction, from idea to completion. Everywhere. All the time. Period.

What you will do
• Jump in and lead the full-cycle bid process;
• Utilize your research skills at every stage of the process to identify project-specific prices related to key items including labour, equipment and materials;
• With an eye for detail, accurately interpret technical specifications for bid documents;
• Actively complete full quantity take-offs to ensure accuracy of contract specifications and pricing;
• Keep client pricing requirements top-of-mind to ensure feasibility;
• Grow and maintain strong relationships with trade partners, consultants and clients to achieve the project goals and vision;
• Get creative and think outside the box to come up with innovative solutions and opportunities;
• Colour outside the lines and look beyond plans and specifications;
• Actively encourage a learning environment, share your knowledge and be a role model throughout the estimation process with your team;
• Celebrate the successes and be a key member of the project ramp-up process.

What YOU Will Bring
• 7 years' relevant experience estimating in the ICI construction industry;
• A University Degree or College Diploma in Engineering or Construction Management or a combination of education and industry experience;
• A proven track record of project coordination and team collaboration;
• Solid written and verbal communication skills;
• A passion and drive for building relationships;
• Strong computer skills with estimation software and an enthusiasm for innovation;
• Knowledge of the Vancouver market.

Benefits
• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate's relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

Please view this job on Pomerleau's official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third-party job board.

About Pomerleau

Pomerleau is a construction company specializing mainly in the building, infrastructure, civil engineering, and renewable energy sectors.

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